The euro drifts as softer regional data and shifting policy debates shape sentiment, while the pound moves within a cautious range amid fiscal uncertainty and sensitive market mood. The yen stays pressured as weak growth and steady policy signals weigh on confidence. Bitcoin struggles with fading appetite, tighter rules, and sliding momentum as investors hesitate to commit. Gold holds firm as traders seek steadier ground amid ongoing global economic crosscurrents.
🇪🇺/🇺🇸 EUR/USD: Outlook – Euro vs U.S. Dollar
Macro & Fundamental Factors
- Eurozone GDP came in at 1.4% y/y, slightly above expectations but showing slowing momentum.
- Growth uneven across bloc: Spain stronger; Germany and Italy still weak.
- Inflation slowdown tied to energy prices stabilizing → gives ECB room for softer policy.
- U.S. focus today: Empire Manufacturing and Fed speeches from Williams, Jefferson, Waller.
- Fed officials still emphasizing caution → USD sensitive to any dovish/hawkish shift.
- Diverging policy outlook (ECB softening, Fed still cautious) keeps EUR/USD in a fragile balance.
- Intraday consolidation reflects uncertainty and lack of fresh directional catalysts.
Market Behavior
- Price rejected 1.1650 and now consolidates below 1.1605.
- Hourly trend remains modestly upward but losing momentum.
- Sideways price action suggests market waiting for Fed guidance.
Support & Resistance
- Support: 1.1579 • 1.1568 • 1.1540
- Resistance: 1.1605 • 1.1650 • 1.1665
General Forecast
- Bullish case: A move above 1.1605 opens path toward 1.1650; requires softer Fed tone.
- Bearish case: Break below 1.1579 exposes 1.1568, then 1.1540.
- Alternative scenario: Breaking 1.1540 signals trend reversal back to broader USD strength.
🇬🇧/🇺🇸 GBP/USD Outlook – British Pound vs U.S. Dollar
Macro & Fundamental Factors
- Pound pressured by UK fiscal uncertainty after decision not to raise income tax.
- OBR lowering deficit projections → improves backdrop but market unsure of sustainability.
- Bond yields rising → weighs on GBP due to debt servicing concerns.
- BoE rate cut expectations for December trimmed but still relatively high.
- U.S. data and Fed speeches remain primary drivers of short-term volatility.
Market Behavior
- Sideways range continues as liquidity narrows.
- Trend tilting bearish as sellers dominate intraday impulses.
- Market waiting for either fiscal clarity or Fed shift to unlock new trend direction.
Support & Resistance
- Support: 1.3130 • 1.3085 • 1.3072
- Resistance: 1.3185 • 1.3216 • 1.3247 • 1.3291 • 1.3328 • 1.3365
General Forecast
- Bearish case: Consolidation below 1.3130 opens decline toward 1.3085.
- Bullish case: Break above 1.3216 restores upward momentum toward 1.3247 and higher.
- Structural bias: Bearish while fiscal uncertainty persists.
🇺🇸/🇯🇵 USD/JPY Outlook – U.S. Dollar vs Japanese Yen
Macro & Fundamental Factors
- Japan GDP fell 1.8% y/y, showing deeper-than-expected weakness.
- Domestic demand soft, energy import costs rising, exports pressured.
- Japanese government pushing BoJ to maintain low rates → intensifies yen weakness.
- Market sees prolonged policy divergence:
U.S. remains restrictive → Japan remains ultra-loose. - Yen ignoring data as structural fundamentals heavily favor USD strength.
Market Behavior
- Price stuck in narrow 154.49–154.77 range.
- Medium-term trend strongly bullish.
- Dips continue to be bought due to wide rate differentials.
Support & Resistance
- Support: 154.49 • 153.66 • 153.15 • 151.85
- Resistance: 154.77 • 155.02 • 156.54
General Forecast
- Bullish case: Break above 154.77 opens path to 155.02 and 156.54.
- Bearish case: Below 151.85 → signals structural reversal, unlikely without BoJ intervention.
- Dominant trend: Strong upside pressure persists.
₿ BTC/USD Outlook – Bitcoin
Macro & Fundamental Factors
- BTC trading near 93,750 – 95,000 after sharp decline.
- Fear intensifying:
- ETF outflows increasing
- Liquidity thinned by 30%
- Major market makers may be reducing risk
- Retail/institutions cautious due to volatility
- Halving history causing fear of 50% drawdown → accelerates early selling.
- Options markets favor deep downside puts → bearish sentiment.
- Global risk appetite deteriorating as markets price out December Fed cuts.
Regulatory & News Drivers
- Japan’s FSA moves to reclassify 105 cryptos as financial products →
more transparency but more compliance requirements. - Plans to reduce crypto tax rate from 55% down to 20% in 2026 → longer-term bullish.
- Michael Saylor’s continued accumulation helps soften panic but insufficient to reverse trend.
Market Behavior
- BTC respecting support around 93,750 multiple times.
- Downtrend well-established; rallies sold into.
- Buyers appear only near key supports; sellers dominate mid-range levels.
Support & Resistance
- Support: 93,750 • 92,900 • 89,200 • 88,000 • 86,500 • 80,000
- Resistance: 95,800 • 96,800 • 99,400 • 102,500 • 105,400 • 100,000 psychological
General Forecast
- Bearish case (dominant): Breakdown below 92,900 → 89,200 → 86,500 → 80,000.
- Bullish case: Above 95,800 → 96,800 → 99,400 → 102,500.
- Medium-term outlook: Bearish until BTC convincingly holds above 100,000 again.
🪙 XAU/USD Outlook – Gold vs U.S. Dollar
Macro & Fundamental Factors
- Gold supported by softer inflation trends but capped by resilient U.S. data.
- Fed still cautious, keeping interest rates elevated → limits gold upside.
- Rising global risk aversion provides some demand but not enough for breakout.
- Strong USD keeps gold from sustaining rallies.
Market Behavior
- Gold fluctuating between hesitation and guarded buying on dips.
- No clear trend until Fed policy and U.S. inflation path become clearer.
- Investors prefer cash and short-term bonds over commodities for now.
Support & Resistance
(Based on current structural zones)
- Support: 2350 • 2325 • 2300
- Resistance: 2385 • 2400 • 2430
General Forecast
- Bullish case: A move above 2385 opens path toward 2400–2430.
- Bearish case: Break below 2350 exposes 2325 and 2300.
- Bias: Neutral-to-slightly-bullish as long as USD stabilizes and yields cool.
📊 Summary Table: As of November 17, 2025
| Asset | Bias | Key Drivers | Support Levels | Resistance Levels | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇺 EUR/USD | Slightly Bearish | Fed speeches, ECB softening, Eurozone growth | 1.1579 • 1.1568 • 1.1540 | 1.1605 • 1.1650 • 1.1665 | Range-bound; downside risk if USD firms |
| 🇬🇧 GBP/USD | Bearish | UK fiscal uncertainty, BoE expectations, USD strength | 1.3130 • 1.3085 • 1.3072 | 1.3185 • 1.3216 • 1.3247 | Weak unless 1.3216 breaks |
| 🇯🇵 USD/JPY | Bullish | Policy divergence, weak Japan growth, BoJ dovishness | 154.49 • 153.66 • 153.15 | 154.77 • 155.02 • 156.54 | Upward continuation likely |
| ₿ BTC/USD | Bearish | ETF outflows, liquidity drop, macro risk-off sentiment | 93,750 • 92,900 • 89,200 | 95,800 • 96,800 • 99,400 | Downtrend intact; rallies sold |
| 🪙 XAU/USD | Neutral-Slight Bullish | Inflation trends, USD strength, risk sentiment | 2350 • 2325 • 2300 | 2385 • 2400 • 2430 | Needs USD weakness for breakout |
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